How to apply for ODM ward-level positions
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has officially opened applications for ward-level positions ahead of its grassroots elections scheduled for April 7, 2025.
ODM’s National Elections Coordinating Committee (NECC), in line with Article 61 of the party’s constitution, will oversee the process.
Following the successful polling unit elections held on November 27, 2024, ODM will now conduct its Sub-Branch (Ward) elections at designated centres across all 47 counties.
A total of 77 party officials will be elected at both the Sub-Branch (Ward) and Branch levels across four committees:
1. Mainstream committee
2. Women’s league
3. Youth league
4. Disability league
Positions available include Chairperson, Deputy Chairperson, Secretary, Treasurer, Organizing Secretary, Special Interest Group Representative, and additional committee members.
Voting will be conducted either by consensus or a show of hands between 10:00 am and 2:00 pm on the election day.
Who can apply?
Only delegates elected at the polling unit level are eligible to apply for ward-level positions.
Additionally, all applicants must have paid the Ksh100 fee required for the polling unit elections.
How to apply
Eligible delegates can submit their applications for Sub-Branch (Ward) positions through the ODM Party App using the official link: ODM grassroots election
Alternatively, applicants can register by dialling 483056# on their mobile phones.
Applications opened on Thursday, March 20, 2025, and will close at midnight on Monday, March 31, 2025.
Registration fees
Applicants must pay a non-refundable fee via ODM Pay-bill No. 985900, using the position applied for as the account number.
The fee structure is as follows:
1. Sub-Branch Positions (except Chairperson): Ksh200
2. Sub-Branch Chairperson: Ksh500
3. Non-executive Branch positions & Women, Youth, Disability Representatives: Ksh500
4. Executive Branch positions (except Chairperson): Ksh1,000
5. Branch Chairperson: Ksh5,000
Results and dispute resolution
Once elections conclude, the Presiding Officer will:
1. Announce the results.
2. Upload results to the ODM Party App.
3. Submit the results to the Returning Officer.
Any aggrieved members may file a complaint within 12 hours of the result declaration via the Party App.
A dispute resolution fee applies:
1. Sub-Branch election complaints: Ksh15,000
2. Branch election complaints: Ksh30,000
Fees for disputes must also be paid via ODM Pay-bill No. 985900.
Important reminders for aspirants
Members should review ODM’s grassroots election guidelines, available for download at www.odm.co.ke.
Membership details must be verified by dialling 483036#.
With these measures in place, ODM aims to conduct a transparent and inclusive grassroots election process, reinforcing its commitment to internal democracy.
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